The51

Q: When was The51 last fund created?

The51 last fund was created/launched in 2023-04-28.

General contacts

Investor type

Founded

2019

AUM

$30 M

Location

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Investment Ticket

$0-1 m

Investment Stage

Series A Seed Pre-seed Late Stage (Series C+)

Region of investment

North America

ESG Focus

Impact investor Women

Investor profile last updated: 27 August, 2026

Profile

The51 is a financial platform and venture firm focused on investing in women-led ventures. They aim to activate capital into scalable businesses founded by women, leveraging their extensive network and expertise to reshape economic leadership. The firm emphasizes building a community of investors and founders, fostering an environment where women's capital drives innovation and growth.

The51 invests across various sectors, specifically targeting women-led ventures and alternative investment opportunities. They provide access to capital, expertise, and knowledge, supporting founders at different stages of their business journey. The firm has activated over $71 million in capital and has funded more than 200 ventures, showcasing their commitment to empowering women in the business landscape.

Notable investments include Blume Skincare - skincare products, MyFo - financial services, and NLPatent - patent services. The51's portfolio reflects their mission to back high-performing businesses that are redefining industries and creating lasting economic impact.

Industry

HRTech HealthTech LegalTech Energy Life Sciences Technology AI Software SaaS Business Services (B2B) Digital E-commerce/Marketplace Fintech Healthcare Services Agriculture Food and Beverage Foodtech Education Fashion/Beauty Internet and Web Services

The51 Funds

Name	Type	Industry	Stage	Region	Size	AUM	Launch date
The51 Food and AgTech Fund	Venture Capital (VC)	Agriculture Food and Beverage Foodtech	Pre-seed	Europe	$5-10 m	$30 M	April 2023
Fund III	Venture Capital (VC)	Business Services (B2B) Digital Education E-commerce/Marketplace Fashion/Beauty Fintech Healthcare Services Internet and Web Services SaaS Software AI Technology Life Sciences HealthTech	Seed Series A Late Stage (Series C+)	North America	$0-1 m	—	September 2026

Contacts

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Shelley Kuipers Co-Founder, Co-CEO

Co-Founder, Co-CEO

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Leyla Kara CEO & Co-Founder

CEO & Co-Founder

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FAQs about The51

Is The51 a venture capital or private equity firm?

The51 is a venture capital firm. It backs companies at Series A, Seed, Pre-seed and Late Stage (Series C+), writing tickets of $0-1 m.

Where is The51 located?

The51 is located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.

When was The51 founded?

The51 was founded in 2019.

What sectors and industries does The51 invest in?

The51 invests in companies and startups in HRTech, HealthTech, LegalTech, Energy, Life Sciences, Technology, AI, Software, SaaS, Business Services (B2B), Digital, E-commerce/Marketplace, Fintech, Healthcare Services, Agriculture, Food and Beverage, Foodtech, Education, Fashion/Beauty, Internet and Web Services.

What is The51 geographical focus of investments?

The51 invests in companies and startups in North America.

At what stages of companies and startups does The51 typically invest in?

The51 invests in companies and startups at Series A, Seed, Pre-seed, Late Stage (Series C+).

What is the usual amount of The51 investment?

The51 usually invests $0-1 m on average.

What is the amount of assets of under management (AUM) for The51?

The51 has around $30m assets under management.

When was The51 last fund created?

The51 last fund was created/launched in 2023-04-28

Does The51 invest and support LGBTQ, female and other minorities startups and founders?

The51 invests and supports Women startups and founders.

Is The51 impact investor?

Yes, The51 is impact investor.

What are the contacts of The51?

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